OEM parts vendor?
12-06-2009, 09:14 PM
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OEM parts vendor?
Forgive me if this has been asked dozens of times, but are there any MB dealers out there giving us a break on parts? I've searched here and Googled a bit, but haven't found too much availability of discounted OEM parts. What's the deal? I've found lots of GM, BMW, VW... but no MB's...
Heinrich Gerhardt
'09 E63
Heinrich Gerhardt
'09 E63
12-07-2009, 12:23 AM
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Normal maintenance parts: brake pads (factory ones), oil filters... nothing in particular. Just looking for an OEM source that will sell to us peons for what they call in the GM world "WD" prices-- somewhat lower than what dealers sell to other dealers for.
12-07-2009, 12:54 AM
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let me know...and I will contact my dealer. I am usually getting about 15% off on parts from my dealer.
I could see if to get more if there is a bulk buy.
Give me your MB's detail and parts that interest you ... and I will get some numbers back to you.
Also, I can save u the tax 4 sure
I could see if to get more if there is a bulk buy.
Give me your MB's detail and parts that interest you ... and I will get some numbers back to you.
Also, I can save u the tax 4 sure
12-07-2009, 11:57 AM
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Mr. mbenz, thanks for the offer. My E63 only has 500 miles on it, so I really won't need anything for a year or so, but eventually I'll need some oil filters, brake pads, maybe rotors (don't know how fast these pads eat rotors), cabin air filters, engine air filters, wiper refills (does MB have those, or do you have to replace the whole blade?), etc. If my mother's POS '99 Passat is any indication, I'll need new wiper refills about every 6 months, due to the crap rubber the Germans use.
How's shipping into the US? Going the other way, you Canadians get reamed with taxes...
How's shipping into the US? Going the other way, you Canadians get reamed with taxes...
12-08-2009, 12:15 AM
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no problemo.... when you're in need, give me your list.
btw... I am buying my accessories from the U.S. due to better pricing and being part American.
You're right...the Canadian Customs really rack up on the duty and taxes. Taxes alone is 12%, and depending on parts, I do not get dinged with duty.
Even after exchange and taxes, most items are better deal in U.S. after getting my 'special' price.
I will be stocking up on oil filters, cabin filters, windshield fluid, and all of those cleaners. <--maybe I may use Megiuars or Zymol?
Not to worry about shipping as you're not too far away... I hope
btw... I am buying my accessories from the U.S. due to better pricing and being part American.
You're right...the Canadian Customs really rack up on the duty and taxes. Taxes alone is 12%, and depending on parts, I do not get dinged with duty.
Even after exchange and taxes, most items are better deal in U.S. after getting my 'special' price.
I will be stocking up on oil filters, cabin filters, windshield fluid, and all of those cleaners. <--maybe I may use Megiuars or Zymol?
Not to worry about shipping as you're not too far away... I hope
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12-08-2009, 04:11 PM
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12-08-2009, 10:25 PM
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That's what I'm talking about. Thanks.
What's up with the $920/ea msrp for E63 front rotors??? Do they not sell the iron rotor separate from the aluminum hat? I guess MB doesn't trust techs to disassemble and reassemble critical locking nuts/bolts...
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